Bloomberg Harvard City Hall Fellowships

Applications now open—apply by January 17, 2025.

Graduates of all Harvard master’s or professional degree programs are eligible to apply for this annually-offered fellowship, including international graduates.

Successful applicants are placed in paid, two-year fellowships working for municipal leadership within city halls across the United States, supporting cities in developing and deepening capabilities to address pressing municipal challenges.‍

The fellowship provides a competitive salary and benefits plus robust professional development and cohort learning throughout the two years, including in-person convenings and numerous opportunities to interact with and learn from peers, program staff, and faculty.‍

City leaders work at the level of government that is often best positioned to drive rapid, effective, and equitable improvements for communities and residents. The Bloomberg Harvard City Hall Fellowship provides you with the opportunity to work with city hall colleagues to address mayors’ key priorities, developing new approaches and delivering innovative policies, programs, and services to the community. Read about our current and alumni Fellows and their work.‍

Check your graduate program’s career services communications for in-person information sessions across the University in late December to early January. Sessions typically take place at HKS, HLS, GSD, HGSE, and other Harvard schools.

Contact Snapper Poche with questions or for more information.